Steps to Obtain Your Arkansas Electrical License

Arkansas Electrical State Requirements & Application

• Licensure is required for anyone engaged in electrical work in Arkansas; the Board oversees licensing and testing. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• After Board approval, you are eligible to test with Prov for one (1) year. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• All exams are open-book and timed. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Passing score: 70% for all exams. Retesting allowed within eligibility rules. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Board Contact Information:
Board of Electrical Examiners of the State of Arkansas
Arkansas Department of Labor & Licensing
4815 W. Markham, Little Rock, AR 72205-3867
Phone: 501-682-9201    Fax: 501-682-4506
Website: Board of Electrical Examiners

Arkansas Electrical Test Information

Administered by: Prov, Inc. (computer-based or paper/pencil). Open-book with approved references. Passing score: 70%.

Arkansas Journeyman Electrician

Exam Information	Details
Number of Questions	60
Time Limit	3 hours
Passing Score	70%
References	2017 NEC (NFPA 70)

Subject Area Breakdown (Journeyman)

Subject Area	# of Questions
Grounding & Bonding	6
General Knowledge & Calculations	9
Service/Feeders/Overcurrent	8
Raceways & Enclosures	8
Conductors	7
Motors & Controls	7
Utilization & General Use Equipment	6
Special Occupancies & Equipment	4
Low Voltage/Alarms/Comm.	2
Safety	3

Source: Arkansas Candidate Information Bulletin.

Arkansas Master Electrician Contractor

Exam Information	Details
Number of Questions	60
Time Limit	3 hours
Passing Score	70%
References	2017 NEC (NFPA 70)

Subject Area Breakdown (Master)

Subject Area	# of Questions
Grounding & Bonding	10
General Knowledge & Calculations	5
Service/Feeders/Overcurrent	10
Raceways & Enclosures	6
Conductors	6
Motors & Controls	6
Utilization & General Use Equipment	7
Special Occupancies & Equipment	5
Low Voltage/Alarms/Comm.	2
Safety	3

Source: Arkansas Candidate Information Bulletin.

Arkansas Residential Journeyman Electrician

Exam Information	Details
Number of Questions	40
Time Limit	2 hours
Passing Score	70%
References	2017 NEC (NFPA 70)

Subject Area Breakdown (Residential Journeyman)

Subject Area	# of Questions
NEC Chapter 1	4
Safety	3
NEC Chapter 2	18
NEC Chapter 3	4
NEC Chapter 4	2
NEC Chapter 5	2
NEC Chapter 6	2
General Theory	5

Source: Arkansas Candidate Information Bulletin.

Arkansas Residential Master Electrician

Exam Information	Details
Number of Questions	60
Time Limit	3 hours
Passing Score	70%
References	2017 NEC (NFPA 70)

Subject Area Breakdown (Residential Master)

Subject Area	# of Questions
NEC Chapter 1	3
Safety	3
NEC Chapter 2	15
NEC Chapter 3	12
NEC Chapter 4	9
NEC Chapter 5	3
NEC Chapter 6	3
NEC Chapter 7	3
General Theory	9

Source: Arkansas Candidate Information Bulletin.

Arkansas Electrical Reciprocity

Arkansas may recognize certain credentials by reciprocity/endorsement. Verify current partners and requirements on these official pages: Electrical Inspection & Licensing • Board of Electrical Examiners

Arkansas Electrical Permitted Work

Electrical work must comply with Arkansas law and the adopted NEC edition. The four license types above cover the corresponding scopes for installation, maintenance, and repair as defined by the Board. See the official Board resources for definitions, applications, and compliance guidance